Ports Of Indiana Partners With IU For Internship Program
Ports of Indiana announced May 6 that it has partnered with Indiana University Southeast to launch a new internship program specifically designed to meet the needs of local industries and port operations. The 15-week program will expose students to business processes such as logistics, transportation, agribusiness, warehousing and port operations, with a focus on hands-on experience.
The program has already welcomed its first intern, Jonas Powers, who will begin his internship this month. Originally from Corydon, Ind., Powers is a sophomore and supply chain management major at Indiana University Southeast. He will work with four port companies alongside Ports of Indiana during his internship.
“Indiana’s logistics industry depends on a strong workforce, and that starts by helping young people see the exciting career opportunities available in our ports and supply chains,” said Jody Peacock, CEO for Ports of Indiana. “Through our partnership with IU Southeast, we can introduce students to high-demand careers while raising awareness of the vital roles ports play in connecting Indiana businesses to global markets and driving long-term economic growth.”
Ports of Indiana, which supports 50,000 jobs through its three ports in Burns Harbor, Jeffersonville and Mount Vernon, intends to extend the internship program to other port locations in the future. According to the news release published by the port, one in five Indiana jobs is in the field of logistics.
“IU Southeast is excited to partner with Ports of Indiana and offer our students this valuable internship experience,” said Dr. Debbie Ford, chancellor of Indiana University Southeast. “Partnerships like this create powerful opportunities for our students to connect their classroom learning with real-world experience. By working alongside respected employers, our students gain valuable professional skills while strengthening the talent pipeline that helps our regional economy grow.”
Located in New Albany, Indiana University Southeast is one of nine campuses of Indiana University. The school is nearly 4,000 students strong and offers nationally accredited programs in education, business, sciences, nursing and arts and humanities.
